Over 370,000 young people are registered as unemployed in Jammu andFor years, landing a government job in Kashmir was the ultimate goal. It was a sign of stability, respect, and lifelong security. One secure position could sustain an entire family. But times have changed now.

From the standpoint of Kashmir and its young generation, competition is fierce, job opportunities are scarce, and many young people are left with limited choices.

Today, the picture is starkly different. Over 370,000 young people are registered as unemployed in Jammu and Kashmir.

Government jobs are becoming increasingly rare, and competition has reached to an all time high. Every year, countless young individuals apply for very limited vacancies, leaving the vast majority disappointed. The odds, frankly, are not in anyone’s favor.

Yet the dream persists. Across the Valley, thousands of young people continue to pin their hopes on government exams, clinging to a version of success that no longer exists. Many spend years preparing for competitive exams that may never lead to a job. Some clear the exams but are left waiting indefinitely for appointments that may or may not........

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